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David Ortiz: The Big Papi Story

The Big Papi Story is a special series and most comprehensive chronicle to date of the life of Red Sox icon and three-time World Series champion David Ortiz.

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David Ortiz: The Big Papi Story is the most comprehensive chronicle to date of the life of Red Sox icon and three-time World Series champion David Ortiz.

David Ortiz

After his release by the Minnesota Twins, a chance encounter would change the trajectory of David's life forever.

David Ortiz

David Ortiz speaks for all of us when he addresses the city in its most trying moment, following the Boston Marathon Bombing.

David Ortiz

The Sox finally stand up to the bullies, "The Curse" is broken, and in doing so, Papi becomes a sensation in Boston, and a Red Sox immortal.

David Ortiz